After El Mencho: How Cartel Retaliation Paralyzed Mexico

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What happens when the death of one of Mexico’s most powerful cartel leaders triggers a wave of retaliation? In Crime Report with Christina Randall, Christina examines the violence that followed the reported death of CJNG leader El Mencho, from burning vehicles and blocked highways to disrupted airports and communities forced to shelter in place. She also explores questions surrounding government policy, alleged corruption, human rights concerns, and the debate over potential U.S. involvement. As the violence spreads, one question remains: what happens when taking down a cartel leader creates an even greater threat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices